Previously, lotteries in Australia were regulated on a state-by-state basis, with some regions allowing online gambling, while others remained prohibited. However, this has changed with the introduction of the Interactive Gambling Act, which regulates online gambling across the country from July 1, 2021.

Under the new rules, lotteries are now officially permitted at a national level, but their operators are required to obtain a license from the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) The license is only issued to those who meet strict requirements, including deposit limits - for example, players can deposit no more than $1,000 per month. In addition, some lottery games include mandatory pauses between drawings to encourage responsible participation.

Despite the legalization of online lotteries, online casinos are still illegal in Australia.

Before playing for real money, it is important to make sure that the lottery operator is licensed and complies with all safety regulations. A legal online lottery site in Australia must be registered with the ACMA, which ensures data protection and adheres to strict standards of responsible gaming.

The ACMA closely monitors player safety, only issuing licenses to operators that meet its requirements.